GRE Word List
ENGULF
to flow over and enclose : overwhelm
The meaning of the word engulf is to flow over and enclose : overwhelm.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| corrugated | having corrugations |
| multilingual | of, having, or expressed in several languages |
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| battalion | a considerable body of troops organized to act together : army |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |
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